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Atlassian is once again rolling out a new user interface for Jira Cloud, and this time, it looks like a permanent shift. Over the years, we've seen multiple iterations of UI updates, but the latest one seems to be here to stay—and for good reason. It’s cleaner, more intuitive, and offers a smoother user experience. But as with any major update, it brings along a set of challenges—especially for Jira Admins and Consultants.Let’s dive into what this change means for us and how we can help our users transition smoothly.

Starting with Jira can be overwhelming—here’s how to keep it simple. 👋 IntroductionGetting started with Jira can feel daunting, especially for new users. Whether you're a manager trying to adopt Jira in your organization or a team member tasked with project tracking, you're not alone in feeling a bit lost.I’ve worked with many clients and colleagues who expressed similar concerns:

One of the most common questions Jira admins come across is:“Can we hide a transition in a Jira workflow?”🎯 The Simple AnswerTechnically, you can't truly "hide" a transition in the traditional sense. If a transition exists in your workflow, and a user has permission to view the workflow, they'll see it. End of story, right?Well… not quite. Let’s explore a workaround that feels like hiding. 👇

 Why This Feature MattersLet’s be honest — Jira isn’t just a tool; it’s the backbone for project tracking, collaboration, and delivering actual work. But when it comes to comments, Jira has always been fairly basic. Until now, discussions were linear, making it hard to track who replied to whom, especially in long threads.That’s changing.With child comments, users can now reply directly to specific comments, making conversations more organized, relevant, and easier to follow.

 ✨ Atlassian Community Gets a Fresh LookIf you haven’t visited community.atlassian.com recently, you’re in for a surprise! Atlassian has refreshed the look and feel of the community portal, making it more intuitive and modern.Why should you care? Because the Atlassian Community is a goldmine:

IntroductionHandling issues for future consideration in Jira can be challenging. Many teams struggle with maintaining a clean and effective backlog while ensuring that important ideas and tasks are not lost. In this blog, we will discuss best practices for managing these types of issues.What is the Backlog For?

In today's fast-paced digital world, businesses are constantly looking for innovative, cost-effective, and scalable solutions. At our company, we have made a conscious decision to prioritize open-source software over proprietary alternatives. But why? The reasons range from cost savings to flexibility, security, and community support. In this blog, we’ll explore why open source is our preferred choice and how it benefits our organization.

Migrating from Jira Data Center to Jira Cloud can be a significant shift for users, particularly those accustomed to the traditional interface of the Data Center version. While Jira Cloud offers enhanced features and flexibility, its interface and navigation structure can pose initial challenges for both experienced and new users. In this blog, we’ll explore some of these challenges and provide solutions to help ease the transition.

Jira provides several ways to manage and track Sprints efficiently. However, many users often need to retrieve Sprint IDs for various purposes, such as automation, bulk updates, or API integration. In this blog, we will explore multiple ways to find the Sprint ID in Jira.Understanding Sprint IDsSprint IDs are unique identifiers assigned to each Sprint in Jira. These IDs are required when performing operations like bulk issue updates, JQL searches, or API calls. Let's explore how to locate Sprint IDs using different methods.

Jira provides powerful workflow automation capabilities, allowing users to streamline repetitive tasks without the need for coding. In this blog, we will explore how to clone an issue from one project to another using a script without writing any code.Understanding the RequirementMany organizations have projects in Jira dedicated to handling intake requests. Sometimes, due to specific business needs, they require certain issues to be cloned into another project. For instance: